Watching for Depression After a Heart Attack or Stroke
It’s common for a person to experience depression after a heart attack or stroke.
Anyone who has ever experienced a stroke or heart attack understands how truly life-changing it is. While many of the changes can be positive ones – such as implementing and maintaining a healthier diet and lifestyle – they can also be extremely difficult. All of a sudden, the person has to learn to give up favorite and comforting foods, smoking, and any other unhealthy habits, along with managing through the recovery period that is necessary after the stroke or heart attack itself. It’s easy to see how all of this can lead to feelings of frustration, so watching for depression after a heart attack or stroke is critical. Read more
